2006 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 890 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2004 Maserati Spyder
Make Honda Maserati
Model Accord Spyder
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 4254 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 447 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 87 L


 

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